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Obituary for Robert Lynn Eaton (Eaton)

Waterbury - Robert Lynn Eaton, 84, died peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on Saturday November 24, 2018, at his home in Waterbury.

Robert was born on January 1st, 1934 in Willimantic CT, the son of Alfred and Pearl (Houghaboom) Eaton.

On November 28, 1964, he married the love of his life Ruth-Ann Klug Eaton at Trinity Episcopal Church in Torrington, CT.

Robert was a teacher, a reader, a poet, an author and lover of music. At times a runner, an avid weightlifter and always a beach bum at heart, Robert had a tremendous interest in Native American culture and was a student of it until the end of his life. He practiced many aspects of native tradition. Robert attended the University of Connecticut followed by time in the US Army, stationed in Germany as well as several places around the US. After that he returned to U Conn to get this Masters degree in Liberal Arts and began teaching at BFA in St Albans. Following BFA and teaching at Glastonbury High School in CT he worked for VT Vocational Rehabilitation in Burlington. Robert is the author of Joke Book of a Clown and known to several generations of students around VT as a passionate English and Social Studies teacher. He spent time teaching at Harwood Union High School, Stowe High School, U32 and most notably at Williamstown High School for 25 years. Later in life he was a fun and funny grandparent who loved reading, napping, and throwing the football with his grandsons.

In addition to his wife Ruth-Ann, of Waterbury, Robert is survived by his children Scot Eaton and his wife Claudette of Milton, VT; Cheryl Eaton of Jericho, VT and Eric Eaton and his wife Holly Hurd-Forsyth of Peaks Island, ME. He is also survived by his grandchildren Dante and Beck Eaton-Samuelson and Maximilian Makepeace Eaton. Robert had tremendous fondness for all his nephews and nieces; Harry Eaton Jr, Marshall Eaton, Wesley Eaton and Marilyn Eaton as well as Carolyn Eaton Christ-Schwaub and Elwyn Eaton.

Robert loved and lost many pets over the years but first and foremost was his favorite little cat, Mysty .

There will be no viewing or visiting hours. Robert was cremated as per his wishes. There will be a celebration of his life this summer at the Miltonboro Cemetery in Milton , VT - - - his favorite part of the world during his favorite time of the year.

For those who wish, online condolences may be made to www.awrfh.com and donations in his name can be made at http://bit.ly/BobEaton
a hunger relief organization with programs serving the Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota.

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Earlier this evening my wife and I were talking about memories of High School and he came up. Out of curiosity I looked him up and found this. I was one of his students at Williamstown High ('87-'92) and have many fond memories of his classes, where he used to tell us that he was a Vampire and would present photos of old castles as his home.

Condolences to all of the family for his loss. For whatever it's worth, know that he had a wider reach and influence than you know.

Joe - Wednesday October 02, 2019 via Condolence Message

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I am so sorry for your loss. May the words of our loving heavenly Father bring your family comfort and strength during this most difficult time as He promises to bring our loved ones back to life in a perfect world where there will be no more suffering or death (John 5:28-29 & Revelation 21:4).

Marty - Friday February 15, 2019 via Condolence Message

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Ruthann and Family -so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. May the memories of your time together help you through the difficult days ahead. One of my favorite memories is the day Marie and I brought the girls to pick blueberries at your house. It was a great day getting to know your family. My thoughts and prayer are with you all. Melody

To the Eaton Family,
My sincere condolences on the loss of a husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather and all of the additional roles Robert played in each of your lives. It doesn't take long for one to look around, see the Eaton tribe and recognize the influences / legacy of Robert Eaton. May he Rest Peacefully.

Peter O'Connell

Peter O'Connell - Thursday January 03, 2019 via Condolence Message

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The entire staff of A W Rich Funeral Home wishes to express our deepest sympathy to you and your entire family during this difficult time.